Summary
From the six nations of the Haudenosaunee in the Northeast to the Diné in the Southwest, there are hundreds of Native American nations in the United States alone. Though all suffered from the violence of European colonization, Indigenous people have remained connected to their history while building vibrant, modern cultures. Each has maintained its own culture, religious traditions, and history. Like the Puebloans in the Southwest, who maintain their ancient buildings; the Kwakwaka'wakw in the Pacific Northwest, who still celebrate the potlatch; and the Inuit of the Arctic regions of Alaska, who hunt and fish just as their ancestors did. Press "play" to get started on learning about the Native nations of North America!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Native American Traditions:
- What is one new thing you learned about native american traditions?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining native american traditions.
- Draw or give one example of your own.